The Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, shaped by the meticulous recommendations of the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC), is more than a legislative update—it’s a transformative reckoning with the complexities of managing one of India’s most significant religious and charitable institutions. Waqf, rooted in the Islamic tradition of dedicating property for pious, charitable, or familial purposes, has…
The 2025 amendments to the Waqf Act have unleashed a storm of controversy, with critics alleging a sinister plot to erode Muslim religious rights and stoke fears of disenfranchisement. In states like Haryana, where Waqf properties dot the urban and rural landscape, and across India, vested interests amplify these claims. Yet, a deeper dive reveals…
Ramadan, the holiest month in Islam, is not just a time of fasting and prayers but also a period that beautifully embodies the ideals of communal harmony, peaceful coexistence, and shared cultural heritage. As millions of Muslims across the world observe this sacred month, the spirit of togetherness, compassion, and mutual respect transcends religious and…
The recent controversy surrounding the Maharashtra Waqf Board’s appointment of new trustees for Mumbai’s Minara Masjid amid allegations of illegal property transfers has once again highlighted the deep-rooted corruption within Waqf institutions. According to reports, the Maharashtra Waqf Board appointed new trustees for the Minara Masjid even as allegations of illegal transfer of Waqf properties…
The Union Budget 2025 has brought a much-needed push for the upliftment of minority communities in India, with the Ministry of Minority Affairs receiving a total allocation of €3,350 crore. This is €166 crore higher than the previous financial year’s budgetary estimate and €1,481 crore more than the revised estimate of 2024-25. The increase in…
हमारा देश भारत, जहां विभिन्न धर्मों, भाषाओं और संस्कृतियों के लोग रहते हैं, में हर समाज के लोगों को समान अधिकार और अवसर मिलने चाहिए। लेकिन वर्तमान में, देश में एक ऐसा माहौल बन रहा है जो धार्मिक अल्पसंख्यकों, विशेषकर मुसलमानों, को हाशिए पर धकेल रहा है और उन्हें अन्य समाजों से अलग-थलग करने के…
The Joint Committee of Parliament (JPC) examining the Waqf (Amendment)Bill submitted its report to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday, January 30, 2025. In the report, JPC has suggested some amendments, one of them being ensuring inclusion of underprivileged and backward Muslims or Pasmanda Muslims in the decision making process of Waqf. The proposed…
The world’s largest religious gathering, the Mahakumbh Mela, is a magnificent celebration of spirituality, faith, and cultural heritage. This event, which is held once every twelve years at the Sangam in Prayagraj, the meeting point of the sacred Ganga Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati, is a tribute to India’s rich cultural heritage and organizational skills….
“Tere mäthe pe ye añchal bahut hi khuub hai lekin, ta is äñchal se ik parcham banã lett to achchha tha” Begum Qudsia Aizaz Rasul’s journey embodies this couplet’s essence, where the veil of tradition transforms into the banner of empowerment. She was not just a leader but a symbol of resilience who redefined the…
New Delhi, February 2, 2025: Pasmanda Vikas Foundation (PVF) organized a successful Quami Taalimi Award and Educational and Economic awareness seminar at the Abdurrahman Auditorium, India Islamic Culture Centre, Lodhi Road, New Delhi where 500+ people were gathered. The event aimed to bridge the gap between Madarsa and modern education, empower women, improve health and…
